A global pharmaceutical company specializing in biosimilars sought to appoint a Business Intelligence Lead in Switzerland. Following a recent divestment of their biosimilars unit, the organization needed a leader to oversee operations in this niche area. They turned to AG Consulting for support in hiring for this critical position, leveraging our expertise in life science executive search.
Client’s challenge
This role posed significant challenges due to the niche nature of the biosimilars sector, which offered a limited candidate pool. Moreover, confusion surrounding the recent divestment added to the complexity, necessitating our proactive approach to educate potential candidates about the company’s new structure.
AG Consulting’s solution
AG Consulting was engaged exclusively, allowing us to maintain comprehensive oversight of the recruitment process. We conducted extensive market mapping across Europe, identifying not only candidates from competitor global pharmaceutical companies but also from smaller consultancies and biotechs within the same area. We guided our partner on salary expectations, which helped them attract top talent. Utilizing headhunting tools like LinkedIn Recruiter, we engaged with legacy candidates and compiled a shortlist of 8 highly suitable individuals, leading to 5 interviews.
Successful outcome
I had an outstanding experience with AG Consulting. Their expertise, dedication, and personalized approach make them an exceptional partner!
Through our diligent efforts, we shortlisted candidates who closely matched the client’s specifications and were eager to contribute to the restructured business. Ultimately, three candidates progressed to final interviews, and we successfully secured the client’s first choice candidate. This was achieved within just 4 weeks, showcasing our commitment to quality and efficiency while maintaining our 95% success rate.
If you’re looking for expert support on your hiring projects, explore AG Consulting’s life science executive search services today.
